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Southwest Airlines will start charging $35 for the first checked bag and $45 for the second starting May 28, aligning with industry standards, with free checked bags available only to certain loyalty program members and on specific fare classes, marking the end of their previous free baggage policy.
United Airlines is increasing its checked bag fee for U.S. travelers by $5, making it $40 for the first bag and $50 for the second. The increase follows a similar move by American Airlines earlier in the week, with both airlines citing rising fuel costs as a factor. Certain customers, such as United Chase credit card holders and MileagePlus Premier members, as well as active military members and those traveling in premium cabins, will still be able to check a bag for free.